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The banks of the Nile: 5-day Dahabieh cruise along the sacred river between Luxor and Aswan

Main characteristics
Type of boat: dahabieh
Number of cabins: 9
Maximum capacity: 18 travelers
Crew members: 14

Cabs

Suite with balcony
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Spacious suite with sliding windows and balcony, offering a pleasant stay during your dahabieh cruise on the Nile.
Royal Suite with balcony
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Suite with balcony, offering a spacious area to fully enjoy your dahabieh cruise on the Nile.
Deluxe scuttle
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Double cabin, equipped for a pleasant stay during your dahabieh cruise on the Nile.
NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice for technical reasons (decision of the captain).

Sailing itineraries

Luxor
Our local partner will meet you at Luxor Airport and accompany you to the Dahabeya on the west bank... see+ of the Nile in Luxor. You will be welcomed by the crew with a refreshing welcome drink, and your luggage will be brought to your cabin by the crew upon boarding. Then you will disembark with our tour guide, who will take you to visit the famous historical monuments on the west bank of Luxor. The first stop will be the Valley of the Kings, the ancient royal necropolis where the almost intact tomb of Tutankhamun was discovered in 1922. Next, we will visit the magnificent rock-cut temple of Queen Hatshepsut, and you will also have the opportunity to visit the alabaster factory to see how ancient artists carved the stones. On the way, we will stop at the Colossi of Memnon. We will then visit the vast complex of Amun-Ra, also known as Karnak, and from there you will proceed to the Temple of Luxor, one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Egypt. 
Included activities: Visit to an alabaster factory, Visit to the Valley of the Kings, see+
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Luxor Esna El Hegz
Enjoy another leisurely breakfast on the river while sailing towards Esna. Cross the Esna Lock and... see+ tie up for the night a short distance from the Edfu temple, allowing you to enjoy a night of perfect tranquility on the water. Overnight at El Hegz Island. 
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El Hegz Edfou Fawaza Sarag Island El Ramady Bassaw
Enjoy another leisurely breakfast on the river while sailing to Edfu, where your tour guide will... see+ accompany you on another excursion—this time to visit the ancient Greco-Roman Temple of Horus (Edfu Temple). This is the best-preserved temple in Egypt, as it remained buried beneath the desert sand for about 2,000 years before being rediscovered and excavated.
After your tour, continue sailing, passing by small islands where you can watch children playing by the Nile, as well as buffaloes and donkeys walking along the riverbanks. Enjoy lunch on board and keep sailing until you reach the small island village of Bassaw. This community of 500 inhabitants cultivates its own food, including mangoes, bananas, and dates, and relies on fishing for a living. Noticeably isolated from the surrounding areas, Bassaw seems frozen in time.
Upon arrival, visit Bassaw Village. At a local farmer’s home, we will be warmly welcomed and have the opportunity to ask questions, particularly about girls’ education on the island. (There may even be a chance to bake our own local sun bread for dinner.)
Enjoy dinner on the island, where the crew will present an Egyptian night of fun with folkloric performances. 
Included activities: Visit to the Temple of Edfu, Visit of Bassaw, see+
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Bassaw Beshir Maniha Kom Ombo Herdiab Assouan
Enjoy breakfast aboard the Dahabeya while sailing towards more islands, such as Bashier and Maliha,... see+ before arriving at Kom Ombo and admiring the wonderful views along the Nile.
Upon arrival at Kom Ombo, your guide will take you to visit the remarkable Kom Ombo Temple. This is one of the most unique and fascinating ancient temples, as it was dedicated to two different gods: Sobek and Haeroris. To accommodate this dual dedication, the builders constructed two of everything, resulting in a complex that is essentially two temples in one.
Continue sailing towards Aswan, passing by Herdiab Island.
After lunch, in the afternoon, we begin our tour in Aswan, starting with the great and magnificent ancient Temple of Philae. Located on Agilka Island, Philae is one of the most beautiful sanctuaries in Egypt. The temple was entirely relocated from its original site to its current location on higher ground to protect it from the rising waters of Lake Nasser following the construction of the Aswan High Dam, which was completed in 1977.
On our way back to our home, the Dahabeya, we will have the opportunity to stop by Aswan Souq (market), where we can practice our bargaining skills, visit the spice market, and enjoy a glass of the famous sugarcane juice.
Overnight in Aswan. 
Included activities: Temple of Kom Ombo, Temple of Philae, see+
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Assouan
Breakfast on board, collect your luggage, and disembark the ship. Our Aswan representative will... see+ escort you to Aswan Airport or your hotel in Aswan. 
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Included

The price includes
Tour Guide (Egyptologist)
WIFI
Sheets and towel/toilet
The activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Visa fees
Alcoholic beverages can be purchased on board at the bar
Prepaid SIM card
Tip for the guide: €8 per person per day
Meals not included in the program
Tips for the boat crew - Compulsory : 32€ / person
Further information
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility
Some tips can be prepaid. The rest must be paid in cash, directly to the person who provided the service, at the end of the service
If your trip includes any of these stops, please note that tips must be paid in cash on site: tip for the airport representative on arrival or departure: €2 per person; tip to the driver for airport transfers on arrival or departure: €2 per person; tip to the driver for a day trip: €4 per person; tip to the guide: €8 per person per day; Abu Simbel: driver €8 per person and €10 per person for the accompanying guide; Dendera and Abydos: driver €8 per person and €10 per person for the guide; tip for the horse-drawn carriage in Edfu: €1 per person; tip for any motorboat: €1 per person; tip for temple guards: €1 per person; tip for porters at the airport or hotel: €1 per person
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request

Activities

Visit to an alabaster factory
Included
Visit to the Valley of the Kings
Included
Visit to the Temple of Hatshepsut
Included
Visit to the Colossi of Memnon
Included
Visit to Karnak temple
Included
Visit to the Temple of Edfu
Included
Visit of Bassaw
Included
Folklore evening
Included
Temple of Kom Ombo
Included
Temple of Philae
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Visit of Aswan's market
Included

Recommended activities

Day trip to the Pyramids and Saqqara (lunch included)
Set off on an unforgettable day exploring the treasures of ancient Egypt with a visit to the Giza Plateau, home to the famous pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure, as well as the majestic Sphinx, an iconic symbol of Pharaonic civilization.

The tour... see+ continues to Saqqara, one of the oldest archaeological sites in Egypt, famous for the step pyramid of Pharaoh Djoser, the first pyramid ever built. Lunch is included during the day, allowing you to take a break before continuing your immersion in Egyptian history. 
Not included $156 / pers.
Day trip to the Pyramids and the Grand Museum (lunch included)
Discover the highlights of ancient Egypt on a day trip to the Giza Plateau, where you can admire the famous pyramids of Cheops, Khafre, and Menkaure, true marvels of Pharaonic architecture.

The tour continues at the Grand Museum, which houses an... see+ exceptional collection tracing the history of ancient Egypt through unique objects and major archaeological treasures. Lunch is included during the day, offering a break before continuing this cultural immersion into the heart of Egypt's heritage. 
Not included $207 / pers.
Tour of the Grand Museum, the Citadel, Coptic Cairo, and Khan Elkhalili Bazaar (lunch included)
Enjoy a full day exploring the historical and cultural riches of Cairo. The tour begins at the Grand Museum, which displays exceptional treasures tracing the fascinating history of ancient Egypt.

You will then discover the Citadel and its iconic monuments... see+ from the Islamic era, before immersing yourself in Coptic Cairo with its unique churches and historical sites. The day ends with a stroll through the Khan El-Khalili bazaar, famous for its crafts and authentic atmosphere. Lunch is included for a pleasant break during this cultural immersion. 
Not included $178 / pers.

Information about the partner

Commercial history with Filovent

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  • Last booking with this partner in February 2026
  • 358 bookings with this partner
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